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Change

6/14/2021

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Change - and a big change for the church. By now you all should have received Pastor Craig’s news. We have entered a new season. And while things change around us one thing remains constant: God and His promises.
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Janet Starkey
For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:38–39)
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Author Chrystal Evans Hurst writes: Life is change. The longer you live, the more you know that the only thing constant in this life is change. Whether our changes seem hard or make us happy, change teaches us that life is fragile, uncertain and temporary. Nothing lasts forever.

Well something lasts forever. God. “For I, the LORD, do not change …” (Malachi 3:6a).

In Psalm 102:27, the psalmist declares, “But You are the same, and Your years will not come to an end” (NASB).

God doesn’t change. He has always been and will always be never changing.

I’m so glad to know that we serve a God who stays the same. He is the same yesterday, today and forever. Whether we move homes, change jobs, experience relational, physical or emotional changes, God is a constant and dependable anchor.

Not only does God stay the same but so do His loving plans for us that are based in His Word. Psalm 33:11 says, “The counsel of the LORD stands forever, The plans of His heart from generation to generation” (NASB). Isaiah 40:8 tells us “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever” (ESV).

And because His plans are unshakeable, His loving intention toward us never wavers. His Word is dependable, so we can find comfort in our relationship with Him whatever change comes our way.

During my seasons of change, I’ve learned the importance of resting in the immutable God — the God who never changes. There are many things I cannot control, but I can depend on God to be a refuge in times of trouble, provide comfort to my aching heart and give guidance through His Word so I can effectively navigate life’s changes.

Despite feeling like some changes in my life extend far beyond my control, I have come to know the beauty of resting in the arms of a God who is always totally in control of the circumstances of my life.

Can I encourage you today? Nothing that’s happened to you surprised God.

And because He does not change and is faithful to all generations (Psalm 119:90), you can trust Him to carry you through whatever changes you face today.

If God has allowed a change in your life, let that change motivate you to draw closer to Him and to His Word. Let Him be your refuge, your comfort and your strength.

​The world around us and our lives will change. Some of those changes will feel like a tiny ripple, and others will feel like a ten-foot wave. But no matter what changes we face, we need not fear. We need not hide. We need not despair. Our rock and anchor is our unchanging God, whose character and promises remain fixed forever.

So let the changes come. We will not walk in fear, but in faith! We will trust God with all the changes, and know that He is more than able to help us and that He even has plans to bless us.

In His Name,
​Janet
9 Comments
carolyn keefer
6/15/2021 08:28:50 pm

So true, Janet! Thank you for reminding me that through all of this God is still in charge! My trust is in God!

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Bev Turner
6/15/2021 09:18:32 pm

Janet, you have just reminded me that with everything changing stound us, God remains unchanged and still in charge. Thank you.

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Bev Moss
6/16/2021 08:26:56 am

Amen, Janet!

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Teri Burch
6/16/2021 08:49:31 am

Thank you Janet! I like "If God has allowed a change in your life, let that change motivate you to draw closer to him and to his word. Let him be a refuge, your comfort and your strength" I think sometime change can bring joy. And I hope Craig and his family find joy in their changes.

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Steve Morman
6/16/2021 09:37:13 am

Thank you Janet, words no truer today. We all have a daily journey that need God's word.

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Cheryl Marcheso
6/16/2021 12:25:11 pm

Very comforting and inspiring , thank you

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Karen Huber
6/16/2021 12:39:05 pm

Your words are so appropriate at this time of a big change in our church. In addition to knowing God is in charge, we all need to remember is that WE are the church and that God has a new plan for us.

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Katherine WallenhauptThis
6/16/2021 01:50:40 pm

This morning I read: Be sure of this, I (God) am with you always. Matt28:20
I'm praying the church will come together to pave the way for our next chapter.

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Susan Lauer
6/17/2021 04:32:29 pm

Such good words and thoughts, Janet. Thank you for your encouragement and wisdom.

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